The City University of Hong Kong has recently launched its own "High Spatiotemporal Resolution Electron Microscope," making it the first self-owned intellectual property rights in China. The microscope was unveiled at a global press conference that was held simultaneously at the City University of Hong Kong and the Shenzhen Futian Research Institute of the City University of Hong Kong. This innovative microscope is not only the first of its kind in China but is also the world's first compact electron microscope with integrated modes of low voltage, field emission, and scanning transmission.

Overcoming Bottlenecks in Imaging Techniques

The research team at the City University of Hong Kong faced several challenges while designing the microscope, such as overcoming the bottleneck problems of radiation damage and static image samples. The team designed a pulsed electron source and a fast camera that can be used in a desktop electron microscope. This innovative design can minimize the damage caused to materials by high-energy electron beams while allowing for high temporal and spatial resolution imaging at the nanometer level.

High Spatiotemporal Resolution Electron Microscope Components

The high spatiotemporal resolution electron microscope developed by the City University of Hong Kong is composed of four key systems: vacuum system, pulsed electron beam emission system, aberration correction electron optical system, and fast imaging system, as well as other supporting instrument control components. This system can observe many easily damaged samples while providing a detailed view of tiny material details, such as the Omecro virus.

Lower Price Point

As the team owns the relevant intellectual property rights and can freely design the system, the specific electron microscope's price is expected to be 60% lower than similar products currently on the market. This will allow more researchers to access the technology, leading to more advanced research and a greater understanding of nanoscale structures.

The Future of High Spatiotemporal Resolution Electron Microscopes

The development of the City University of Hong Kong's high spatiotemporal resolution electron microscope marks a significant step forward in the field of nanoscale imaging. With this technology, researchers can more effectively study materials at the nanoscale level and gain a better understanding of the fundamental properties of materials. This technology will have a significant impact on many fields, including biology, physics, and materials science. The City University of Hong Kong's innovation is sure to inspire further advancements in the field, leading to more powerful and versatile high spatiotemporal resolution electron microscopes in the future.